POST UTME RSU 2023 English | Objective

Practice these randomly selected questions to test your readiness.

Question 1
The passage below has been modified to test your understanding of nuanced concord. Identify the correct form of the verb in the underlined phrase.
A. has been modified
B. has modified
C. has been modifying
D. has modify
Question 2
Identify the synonym of the word 'happiness' in the passage.
A. joy
B. sadness
C. happiness
D. sorrow
Question 3
The sentence 'The manager instructed the team to work diligently.' is an example of which register?
A. Formal
B. Informal
C. Technical
D. Ecclesiastical
Question 4
In the passage below, identify the word that is a synonym of the word 'complex'.
A. simple
B. complicated
C. straightforward
D. easy
Question 5
In the passage below, the author uses a formal register to discuss the importance of proper punctuation in academic writing. What is the main idea of the passage?
A. Punctuation is essential for clear communication in academic writing.
B. Proper punctuation is only necessary for creative writing.
C. Punctuation is not important in academic writing.
D. The author is discussing the importance of grammar in academic writing.
Question 6
Which of the following sentences is in the present perfect tense?
A. The manager has hired a new employee.
B. A new employee has been hired by the manager.
C. The new employee will be very nervous on his first day at work.
D. The manager will be very nervous on his first day at work.
Question 7
The idiom 'bend over backwards' means to go out of one's way to help someone, but it can also imply a sense of reluctance or obligation. Which of the following sentences best illustrates this nuance?
A. My friend was happy to lend me her car, but she had to bend over backwards to get it ready for me.
B. I had to bend over backwards to meet the project deadline, but it was worth it in the end.
C. My boss asked me to bend over backwards to finish the report by tomorrow, but I'm not sure I can do it.
D. My sister bent over backwards to help me move into my new apartment, and I really appreciate it.
Question 8
In the passage, the author uses the idiom 'bend over backwards' to describe someone's behavior. What does this idiom mean?
A. to be very lazy
B. to be very willing to help
C. to be very stubborn
D. to be very argumentative
Question 9
In the context of medical terminology, what is the antonym of the word 'inflammation'?
A. Resolution
B. Degeneration
C. Regeneration
D. Deterioration
Question 10
In the sentence 'The new employee was very nervous on his first day at work.', which of the following words is an example of a verb?
A. employee
B. day
C. was
D. work
Question 11
Fill in the blank with the correct form of the verb 'to go' in the sentence 'By the time I _______ to the store, it was closed.'
A. had gone
B. was going
C. have gone
D. has gone
Question 12
Identify the correct spelling of the word 'seperation'?
A. seperation
B. seperation
C. seperation
D. seperation
Question 13
In the passage below, identify the word that is a synonym of the word 'analyze'.
A. examine
B. interpret
C. evaluate
D. critique
Question 14
In the sentence 'The new policy has been met with widespread criticism, but the government is determined to push it through despite the opposition.', what is the meaning of the phrase 'push it through'?
A. to implement the policy quickly
B. to ignore the criticism and opposition
C. to make changes to the policy in response to the criticism
D. to delay the implementation of the policy
Question 15
In the sentence below, identify the word that is an antonym of the word 'happy'.
A. joyful
B. sad
C. cheerful
D. merry

Master the Exam!

You've seen a preview, but there are thousands more questions plus AI tutor to break down complex solutions.

Unlock Full Access Available for Android & Windows
Help others prepare! Share this practice hub: